Head of Data Analytics and Data Science

GSF Car Parts; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK automotive parts distributor seeks a Head of Analytics to oversee data strategies that support trading and commercial growth. You will lead a team of analysts, driving insights into market trends and optimizing pricing and margins. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with extensive experience in data analytics and project management. Join a dynamic team at GSF Car Parts and contribute to our commercial success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data and commercial analytics with leadership experience.
• Experience in automotive, distribution, or FMCG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead data analytics strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee channel, pricing, and margin analysis to optimize trends.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the analytics team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data Analysis

SQL

Project Management

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

About The Role

As the Head of Analytics, you will oversee GSF’s data analytics and management information strategy, ensuring data insights support our trading and commercial growth.

Reporting to the Head of FP&A and working directly with the senior leadership team, you will collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate data-driven decisions. You will manage a small team of data analysts whose analysis will optimize pricing, margins, product selection, operational efficiency, and market insights to enhance commercial performance.

About You

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Analytics Leadership: Define and lead data analytics strategies aligned with business goals and market conditions.
2. Growth and Margin Optimization: Oversee channel, pricing, and margin analysis to optimize trends using historical data and advanced analytics.
3. Market and Portfolio Insights: Drive insights into market trends, regional performance, customer behavior, and competitive intelligence to inform decision-making.
4. Performance Measurement: Develop and monitor KPIs for trading and commercial success, adjusting strategies based on insights.
5. Data Integration and Warehousing: Collaborate with IT to integrate data sources, ensuring quality control and visualization for timely insights.
6. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop the analytics team, fostering a culture of rigor and collaboration.
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Work with senior management and cross-functional teams to identify and address analytics needs.

Key Qualifications

1. 10+ years in data and commercial analytics, with leadership experience; automotive, distribution, or FMCG experience preferred.
2. Proficiency in SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
3. Experience with data science and AI strategies is a plus.
4. Proven project management skills in complex data environments.
5. Strong leadership and communication skills, with a collaborative approach.
6. Deep understanding of commercial drivers, pricing, and channel strategies.

About Us

GSF Car Parts is a leading UK automotive parts distributor with over 194 branches and a turnover exceeding £500 million. We supply independent garages with parts, tools, and equipment, supported by centralised expertise and integrated IT systems, including our catalogue system, Allicat, and the Servicesure garage programme.